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8 Days in Beijing: Exploring the Rich History and Vibrant Culture

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Christabel -

27 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Beijing, China's capital city, as you immerse yourself in its rich history, visit iconic landmarks like Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, savor delicious local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture that makes Beijing truly unique.

Trip to Beijing

Day 1
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$84

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$ 7

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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East 33
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
8 - 11 min

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Tiananmen Square
Historic, sprawling city square & cultural center, featuring a 37m-tall obelisk.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
7 - 9 min

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Fuhuiciyuan Vegetarian Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
Day 2
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$102

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$ 9

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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西少爷肉夹馍
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
16 - 20 min

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Yuanmingyuan Park
Park featuring colorful gardens & ruins dating from 1707 & burned during Second Opium War of 1860.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$11
13 - 16 min

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牛牛溢碗香
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Day 3
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$115

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$ 11

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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南锣北口包子铺
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
13 - 20 min

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Houhai
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
51 - 62 min

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Juyong Pass
This mountain pass is famous for its restored section of the Great Wall & the famous Cloud Platform.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$34
34 - 41 min

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印象山庄
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
20 - 24 min

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唐人府酒店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 4
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$75

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$ 9

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
5 - 6 min

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CCTV Headquarters
Contemporary, 44-story skyscraper by Rem Koolhaas featuring a geometric shape & housing TV offices.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
5 - 6 min

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Geba+
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 5
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$98

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$ 9

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

94 - 113 min

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Great Wall of China
Ancient world wonder that winds for more than 8,850 km across China, with towers & walkways.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
30 - 36 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
15 - 18 min

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眉州东坡酒楼
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
Day 6
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$0

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 7
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$132

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$ 7

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Jin Ding Xuan Dim Sum (金鼎轩南北点心店)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
5 - 6 min

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Forbidden City
Completed in 1420, this palace complex with 980 buildings features a museum with art & artifacts.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$56
11 - 16 min

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Fuhuiciyuan Vegetarian Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
6 - 9 min

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秀兰小馆 Xiulan Xiaoguan
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 8
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$0

Grand Metropark Hotel Beijing

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $654 In total

Activities & Food:$604
Transport:$50